Catering By Uptown

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Your Trusted Catering Partner for Weddings & Events in MD, DC & VA

Catering By Uptown is a family-owned business dedicated to creating unforgettable events through exceptional catering and planning services. With decades of experience serving Maryland, Washington DC, and Northern Virginia, we specialize in personalized weddings, corporate events, and special celebrations. Our team combines culinary excellence with meticulous attention to detail, offering custom menus, venue coordination, and stress-free planning. We pride ourselves on treating every client like family, ensuring their vision comes to life with elegance and precision.

Our commitment to quality is reflected in our award-winning cuisine, professional service, and the thousands of satisfied couples and clients we've served. As a locally rooted business, we understand the unique needs of our community and strive to exceed expectations at every event. From intimate gatherings to grand celebrations, we bring creativity, reliability, and passion to every occasion we cater.

Services

Wedding Catering Venue Coordination Corporate Events Custom Menu Design Day-Of Planning

Highlights and features

Family-owned business with decades of local event expertise
Personalized planning assistance from dedicated event coordinators
Custom menus featuring over 1,000 international cuisine options
Guaranteed satisfaction with comprehensive service packages
Proven track record with thousands of successful weddings and events

What people say

Excellent service Beautiful presentation Stress-free planning Attentive coordinators Delicious food

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Services

Wedding Catering

Our wedding catering service combines culinary excellence with personalized attention to detail. We offer custom menu design featuring international cuisine options, seasonal specialties, and dietary accommodations. Our experienced team handles everything from cocktail hour hors d'oeuvres to multi-course dinners and wedding cakes. With extensive experience serving thousands of couples, we ensure every meal reflects the couple's unique tastes while maintaining flawless presentation and service throughout the event.

Venue Coordination

We provide comprehensive venue coordination for weddings and events across 100+ locations in MD, DC, and VA. Our service includes venue selection assistance, contract negotiation, and day-of logistics management. We work with historic mansions, waterfront properties, vineyards, and urban spaces, ensuring seamless integration of catering services with each venue's unique requirements. Our coordinators handle setup, timing, and vendor coordination to guarantee smooth event execution.

Corporate Catering

Our corporate catering service specializes in business events ranging from small meetings to large conferences. We offer customizable menu options that reflect company branding while accommodating diverse dietary needs. The service includes setup coordination, branded presentation elements, and professional staff to represent clients' organizations with distinction. We handle logistics for both indoor and outdoor corporate functions, ensuring consistent quality and service excellence.

Day-Of Coordination

This comprehensive coordination service ensures flawless event execution from start to finish. Our team arrives early to oversee setup, manages timeline adherence during the event, and handles last-minute adjustments. Services include vendor supervision, guest assistance, timing coordination, and post-event breakdown. The dedicated coordinator acts as the client's representative throughout the day, allowing them to fully enjoy their event without logistical concerns.

Custom Menu Design

Our custom menu design service creates tailored dining experiences that match each client's vision and preferences. With over 1,000 dish options spanning global cuisines, we accommodate dietary restrictions, cultural preferences, and seasonal availability. The process includes private tastings, menu pairing recommendations, and presentation design. We ensure each course complements the event's theme while maintaining exceptional flavor and visual appeal.

Questions

What areas do you serve for weddings and events?

We serve Maryland, Washington DC, and Northern Virginia, with experience at over 100 venues across the region.

Can you accommodate special dietary requirements?

Yes, our custom menu design includes options for all dietary needs including vegetarian, gluten-free, and allergy-friendly dishes.

Do you provide both catering and full event planning?

We offer both standalone catering services and complete event packages that include planning, coordination, and venue management.

What's included in your wedding catering packages?

Packages include menu design, tastings, staff service, equipment rental, and day-of coordination with optional venue selection assistance.

How far in advance should we book your services?

We recommend booking 6-12 months ahead for weekends during peak season, though we accommodate shorter timelines when possible.

Do you work with outside vendors and venues?

Yes, we collaborate with preferred vendors and coordinate seamlessly at any venue within our service area.

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Lauren Chartuk

Jun 11, 2022 Report

Catering by Uptown was our caterer/vendor for a wedding at the Torpedo Factory Art Center. The had an hour and a half to set up all the furniture for the ceremony and reception and the mobile kitchen. They pulled it all off seamlessly! I had two day-of coordinators to help orchestrate the day and they both were so sweet and thoughtful. Ya-Maila was detailed and quick on her feet, and the kitchen manager (didn't catch her name) was so kind and thoughtful. They went above and beyond to make our special day run so smoothly, it was really magical thanks to them!

Judea

Jul 02, 2021 Report

Please whatever you do before you sign your contract, read it and maybe have a lawyer go over it with you. The service was terrible after I signed the contract. They would not compromise with my schedule at all. They charged me a deposit of over $1700 and did not provide nothing and no services to me. When I decided to cancel the contract they showed no remorse and told me I was not going to get none of my deposit back.

Also I signed the contract in March of 2021 for my wedding which was scheduled for July 31, 2021 and canceled on April 13, 2021 which was over 3 months in advance. My contract was only dined for 3 weeks. So please whatever you do stay away from this place! They are Sharks waiting to devour and get over on whoever they can. I've posted a copy of the last of the text messages to the person who signed us up and stop helping after she made the sale.

Marie Boyer

Jun 20, 2021 Report

CHELSEA! Catering by uptown worked perfectly with us during the whole process even up to the last minute changes. Chelsea was absolutely fabulous she was on top of everything. She helped us figure out the perfect way to suit us and who we are in every aspect of the day. We love ya Chelsea! Only 2 things servers wait a little longer before taking plates. One guest was sent home with food because her food was taken too soon. And owners please put a trashcan in the bridal suite At anchors Inn 2 minor things that CHELSEA handled gracefully and everything was perfect.

Morales

Jun 18, 2021 Report

I attended a wedding at Celebrations at the Bay. One of the ladies serving the food was very rude and disrespectful, she pushed my son against the table and asked him if he spoke English because she wanted him to move. I was very disappointed with the way we were treated by this person, my son who is a child did not deserve to be treated like this by a grown adult. I think the lady was Dominican. She also yelled at one of the other servers.

Anonymous Leaver

Jun 04, 2021 Report

Was invited to an event at The Villa located in Beltsville, MD a few days ago, everything was beautiful, the cake was gorgeous. The whole reception was stunning and very organized. I did on the other hand had a few issues during the event. What was not pleasing to see is the rude server with curly hair and Caribbean accent yelling at the other waiters who looked very younger.